2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Allroad | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
